Climate Insights for Platanillo

Uribe, Meta, Colombia

Hottest
February
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
August
19°C low66°F low
Wettest
May
225 mm rain8.9 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Platanillo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,641 mm of precipitation falls per year. Platanillo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Platanillo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Platanillo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 64.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Platanillo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Platanillo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 67°FFebMax: 86°FAverage: 76°FMin: 69°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 75°FMin: 69°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 74°FMin: 68°FMayMax: 81°FAverage: 73°FMin: 68°FJunMax: 79°FAverage: 72°FMin: 67°FJulMax: 78°FAverage: 71°FMin: 66°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 66°FSepMax: 84°FAverage: 74°FMin: 67°FOctMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FNovMax: 83°FAverage: 75°FMin: 68°FDecMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 67°F
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Platanillo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Platanillo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 66°F to 86°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 73°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 55mmFebPrecipitation: 99mmMarPrecipitation: 182mmAprPrecipitation: 220mmMayPrecipitation: 225mmJunPrecipitation: 214mmJulPrecipitation: 151mmAugPrecipitation: 62mmSepPrecipitation: 54mmOctPrecipitation: 158mmNovPrecipitation: 165mmDecPrecipitation: 56mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.2inFebPrecipitation: 3.9inMarPrecipitation: 7.2inAprPrecipitation: 8.7inMayPrecipitation: 8.9inJunPrecipitation: 8.4inJulPrecipitation: 6inAugPrecipitation: 2.4inSepPrecipitation: 2.1inOctPrecipitation: 6.2inNovPrecipitation: 6.5inDecPrecipitation: 2.2in
Precipitation

Platanillo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,641 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 137 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 225 mm of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 54 mm. That's 171 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Platanillo is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 64.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.4 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 8.9 in of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.1 in. That's 6.7 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h5km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5km/hFebWind Speed: 5km/hMarWind Speed: 4km/hAprWind Speed: 4km/hMayWind Speed: 3km/hJunWind Speed: 3km/hJulWind Speed: 3km/hAugWind Speed: 4km/hSepWind Speed: 4km/hOctWind Speed: 4km/hNovWind Speed: 4km/hDecWind Speed: 5km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 3mphFebWind Speed: 3mphMarWind Speed: 2mphAprWind Speed: 2mphMayWind Speed: 2mphJunWind Speed: 2mphJulWind Speed: 2mphAugWind Speed: 2mphSepWind Speed: 3mphOctWind Speed: 2mphNovWind Speed: 2mphDecWind Speed: 3mph
Wind Speed

Platanillo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Platanillo is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan24°76°F
Feb25°76°F
Mar24°75°F
Apr23°74°F
May23°73°F
Jun22°72°F
Jul22°71°F
Aug23°73°F
Sep24°74°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov24°75°F
Dec24°75°F

The best time to visit Platanillo is during January, February, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 65 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Platanillo is during January, February, August, September and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 75°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Platanillo based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Platanillo based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
20 °C67 °F
30 °C86 °F
5 km/h3 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
20 °C69 °F
30 °C86 °F
5 km/h3 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C69 °F
29 °C83 °F
4 km/h2 mph
182 mm7.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
20 °C68 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h2 mph
220 mm8.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
20 °C68 °F
27 °C81 °F
3 km/h2 mph
225 mm8.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
19 °C67 °F
26 °C79 °F
3 km/h2 mph
214 mm8.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
19 °C66 °F
26 °C78 °F
3 km/h2 mph
151 mm6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
19 °C66 °F
28 °C82 °F
4 km/h2 mph
62 mm2.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
19 °C67 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h3 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
20 °C68 °F
29 °C84 °F
4 km/h2 mph
158 mm6.2 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
20 °C68 °F
28 °C83 °F
4 km/h2 mph
165 mm6.5 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
20 °C67 °F
29 °C84 °F
5 km/h3 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in